These new books deal with am unconventional alien invasion, a terraforming venture that’s gone terribly wrong, a society of ...

This article was originally published in The Conversation. Science fiction can lead people to be more cautious about the potential consequences of innovations. It can help people think critically ...

CHILDREN can easily get bored on holiday. Best to prepare well and make sure they have some beautifully designed, captivating non-fiction, as well as brain-stretching science fiction. This year, ...

There’s a well-known story in Plato’s Republic in which a humble shepherd named Gyges finds a magical gold ring that renders whoever wears it invisible. Gyges proceeds to use his newfound power to ...

University of Maryland, Baltimore County provides funding as a member of The Conversation US. Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, ...